McKinney-Vento Collaborative Conversations
Collaborative Conversations is a virtual series for McKinney-Vento homeless liaisons, counselors, social workers, administrators, teachers, and other school staff who support students experiencing homelessness. Each live online session brings together presenters from Region 7 ESC departments and partner agencies to share practical strategies, resources, and connections that help students stay engaged and supported.
Topics include mental health resources, special education, gifted and talented services, CTE and postsecondary pathways, and supports for migrant and emergent bilingual students. Attend one session or the whole series.
For more information about registering for Region 7 ESC workshops, visit the Region 7 ESC workshop registration page.
2027 Collaborative Conversations Sessions
Tuesday, January 5, 2027
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Virtual Workshop #420822
McKinney-Vento and Mental Health Resources
Students experiencing housing instability may face unique stressors that can impact their well-being, school engagement, and success. Join us for this month's Collaborative Conversation featuring presentations from Community Healthcore and Texas DFPS. Presenters will highlight available resources, discuss how their programs can support children, youth, and families, and share connections to the needs often experienced by McKinney-Vento students. This session is designed to strengthen awareness, collaboration, and access to support services across your community.
Monday, March 22, 2027
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Virtual Workshop #420828
McKinney-Vento and Special Education, Gifted and Talented, and Texas Workforce Solutions
Join us for a "Collaborative Conversation" about McKinney-Vento! This month, we'll explore ways to ensure students experiencing homelessness have equitable access to opportunities and supports. Representatives from our ESC Special Education and Gifted & Talented departments will share information on identifying and serving students with disabilities and recognizing gifted learners whose talents and abilities may be overlooked due to barriers associated with housing instability. Additionally, Texas Workforce Solutions will share resources available to support youth and families, with a focus on preparing students with disabilities for successful transitions beyond high school.
Thursday, May 6, 2027
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Virtual Workshop #420856
McKinney-Vento with CTE and Higher Education
Join us for a "Collaborative Conversation" about McKinney-Vento! This month, we'll explore ways to increase access to career and postsecondary opportunities for students experiencing homelessness. Representatives from our ESC Career and Technical Education (CTE) department will share strategies to support McKinney-Vento students in CTE programs and help them successfully participate in career-focused learning experiences. Additionally, Kilgore College will provide information about postsecondary pathways, available supports, and resources to help students navigate life after high school.
Tuesday, July 20, 2027
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Virtual Workshop #420857
McKinney-Vento with Migrant & Emergent Bilingual Students, Summer Resources, and Back-to-School Ideas
Join us for a "Collaborative Conversation" about McKinney-Vento! Students experiencing homelessness often face overlapping barriers related to mobility, language, and access to resources. In this session, presenters from our ESC Migrant and Emergent Bilingual departments will discuss services available to support eligible students and families. Participants will also learn about summer learning resources, strategies for connecting students to meaningful enrichment experiences, and ways schools can support students with back-to-school needs.
Questions?
Have questions about the Collaborative Conversations series? Reach out to our team for more information.
